Ngong: A Beautiful Haven for Wildlife
The town of Ngong is situated along the Ngong Hills of the Great Rift Valley in the county of Kajaido, in the southern part of Kenya. The name of the town is a Maasai word, which means ‘knuckles’ depicting the ridge’s four hills. Long before, the city was just a significant farming region in the British colonial rule. In the present, it is a well-developed place. To get to the city, the gateway is through Wilson Airport (WIL) that connects you to regional airports in Kenya, or the international airport, which is Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO).
Best Time to Visit
There are numerous activities to do and places to visit in Ngong. The months of July to September are the best time. It has comfortably warm weather that also coincides with the migration of wildebeest and the zebras. Explore the city with budget-friendly or luxurious ones Ngong hotels as your base.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Don’t miss the AFEW Giraffe Center that protects and nestles endangered giraffes. You will have an unforgettable experience by feeding them, observing their nature, or even kiss them. There are also different sites in the area like the self-guided forest and spotting warthogs in the mud. You wouldn’t want to miss the Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, a sanctuary for rescued orphaned infant elephants, and you get to have a chance to adopt one. Enjoy a staycation at Hemingways Nairobi, featuring an outdoor pool, a spa, and is close to the local sites.